Sitting for extended periods of time can be hazardous to your health, research shows, sparking a fast-growing trend of standing — or walking — while you work. Standing desks and treadmill desks are expensive, but those who have used them say they’re great for feeling energized and productive, rather than fatigued and drowsy, during the... Read More »
A paper shredder protects your privacy by reducing documents bearing your personal data to scraps a thief can’t read. We dug through expert and user reviews to find the best paper shredders for both office and home use, based on features such as speed, run time, jam-free performance, safety features, and noise level. Fellowes Powershred... Read More »
Conveniently small — but capable of impressive photos and videos — the best digital cameras strike a middle ground between bulky digital SLR (single-lens reflex) cameras and your smartphone camera. Interchangeable lenses and other advanced features set the class leaders apart. ConsumerSearch editors examine reviews by professional testers and real-life photography enthusiasts to find the... Read More »
Action cameras are popular mainly with fans of active outdoor sports. Mounted to a helmet or other equipment, they capture first-person, high-definition video while you ski, surf, race and more. When evaluating these action cams, experts put them through the wringer, taking them onto the slopes, around racetracks and underwater. User reviews, though less rigorous,... Read More »
Scanners let you turn reams of documents, photos and transparent material such as slides, negatives and film into electronic files on your computer. Our editors dig through expert and user reviews to determine which scanner is best overall, and as well top models geared for specific uses. Picks are based on professional testing from experts... Read More »
Wireless headphones let you enjoy music, TV shows and movies, and games without being tethered by a cable. For listening on the go, Bluetooth technology has its limits, but the best Bluetooth headphones wring every ounce of sound performance out of your favorite mobile device. Headsets for gaming add features to support multi-player gaming, and... Read More »
Plenty of music lovers — including die-hard audiophiles — prefer the sound of CDs to compressed MP3s. Sure, you could spend $25,000 on a luxury CD player, but it’s absolutely unnecessary. We scoured reviews and found $500-and-up CD players to satisfy even the pickiest audiophile, and very good CD players for as little as $150... Read More »
Headphones can make or break your listening experience. The right headphones can give you privacy on a crowded plane, let you enjoy a late movie without waking the kids, or bring your music collection to new heights. Our editors combed through a dozen professional sources and thousands of user reviews to find the best choices... Read More »
Multifunction printers might rule the roost in offices and some homes, but stand-alone text and photo printers still have lots going for them. They’re fast, compact, cost-effective and, most important, can deliver output that outshines their all-in-one brethren. The stand-alone printers highlighted here are the ones that experts and users single out as the best... Read More »
Smartphones can cost less than $100, or nearly $1,000. The difference lies in their performance, build quality, extras and more. Finding the best smartphone for you or a family member is a balance between what you want or need from a smartphone and your budget, but the obvious choices aren’t necessarily the best ones. Sometimes... Read More »
